The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for 10 countries, including popular holiday destinations such as Cyprus, Turkey, and the Maldives, as the Middle East conflict escalates. The ongoing crisis, now in its ninth day, has led to airspace closures, cancelled flights, and warnings about heightened risks for tourists.
UK nationals have already been evacuated from Oman, the United Arab Emirates, and other affected areas, with the government arranging charter flights to bring citizens home safely. The FCDO urged Brits to monitor airline updates, check insurance cover, and register with the FCDO before travelling.
“Even countries not directly involved in the conflict are experiencing travel disruptions,” the FCDO warned. The updated list includes countries where the FCDO advises against all but essential travel or advises travellers to reconsider their plans.
